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Practicum I: Electronic Medical Records Applications (HIIT 171)

Credit Course

1 credit

$124 per credit

in-county, fees apply

Provides students practice with coding health data records and analyzing those records utilizing health information software. Student complete a minimum of 40 hours of authentic medical coding in the areas of inpatient records, ambulatory surgery records, emergency department records and physician-based records using a variety of patient types and encounters. Students use a logic-based Encoder that applies ICD-10-CM code assignments in a blended format. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

Prerequisite(s): HIIT 210 and approval of the Program Coordinator.

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